Position Summary: Sets up, operates, or tends machines, such as dippers or sprayers, to coat or paint any of a wide variety of products in a manufacturing environment. Selects appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays, or prepares them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment. Determines paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality by performing visual inspections, or by using viscometers. Fills hoppers, reservoirs, troughs, or pans with material used to coat, paint, or spray, using conveyors or pails. Turns dials, hand wheels, valves, or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation, and the flow or spray of coatings or paints. Observes machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards, and make adjustments as necessary. Examines, measures, weighs, or tests sample products to ensure conformance to specifications. Prepares and applies stencils, computer-generated decals, or other decorative items to finished products. Transfers completed items or products from machines to drying or storage areas, using hand trucks or cranes. Cleans machines, related equipment, and work areas, using water, solvents and other cleaning aids.